Press Releases
2010 Bermuda Police Service Recruitment Campaign
Mon, 2010-11-29
Deputy Commissioner of Police Mike Jackman - “It is important for the Bermuda Police Service to take every opportunity
to fill vacant posts with Bermudians. We have a number of vacancies and we expect further vacancies to occur in the New Year.
Read MorePress Conference - Investigation Into Double Shooting
Mon, 2010-11-29
Assistant Commissioner of Police (Serious Crime & Intelligence) Mr. David Mirfield & Detective Chief Inspector (Officer 
In Charge of the Serious Crime Unit) Mr. Nicholas Pedro - At 5:30am Saturday 27th November 2010, the Bermuda Police Service received reports of gunfire in the St. Monica’s Road area of Pembroke.
On arrival at the scene, two males were found on Mission Lane suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. They were conveyed by ambulance to the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital where they underwent surgery.
Confirmed Firearm Incident in Pembroke
Sat, 2010-11-27
Around 5:30am on Saturday, Police responded to a confirmed firearm incident in the St. Monica’s Road, Pembroke area. Details about the incident are unclear at this time; however as a result two men, a 44 year old man and a 40 year old man, were injured. The victims were taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for treatment.
Advisory - Advanced Fee Fraud Letters
Thu, 2010-11-25
Over the past several days the Financial Crime Unit has received hundreds of calls and e-mails from Bermuda residents who have all received identical ‘advanced fee fraud’ letters.
The letter, allegedly from a ‘Charles Taylor (JNR).’ has been sent from Tanzania and is addressed to persons at their private address.
Recent Incidents Resulting in Arrests
Thu, 2010-11-25
At 3.46 a.m. on Thursday 25th November, Police Officers on patrol on Palmetto Road, Devonshire came across a disturbance in the street. They saw a man standing over a woman who was laying in the street. The officers noted injuries to the woman’s face. The man was arrested for assaulting the woman, and when searched, he was found in possession of a significant quantity of cash which the woman alleged was stolen from her during a robbery. He was also found in possession of what is believed to be a significant quantity of illegal drugs. He remains in custody while further enquiries are conducted in the matter.
Confirmed Firearm Incident in the Spanish Point Area
Wed, 2010-11-24
Around 11:25am on Wednesday, Police responded to a confirmed firearm incident in the Spanish Point Road, Pembroke area. It appears that a firearm was discharged at a 22 year old Pembroke man. The Pembroke man managed to flee the scene on foot uninjured. The suspects, two men on a motorcycle, made good their escape.
Police Handover Vessel to Bermuda Regiment
Thu, 2010-11-18
Department of Communication and Information Press Statement by the Minister of National Security Senator Lt. Col. the
Hon. David A. Burch - Thank you for joining me this afternoon to witness the hand over to the Bermuda Regiment of this Arctic 24 foot rigid inflatable boat with two Yamaha 200 horse power outboard engines.
The boat is being donated by the Bermuda Police Service with a spare inflatable collar and other spare parts, valued at approximately $50,000.
Robbery
Fri, 2010-11-12
Around 4:45pm on Friday, Police responded to a reported robbery that took place in the Transport Control Department (TCD) parking lot in Pembroke. It appears that a security guard was accosted by an unknown man who took a bag containing a quantity of cash and attempted to make good his escape. The suspect was apprehended and the surrounding area was searched by Police to locate the bag and its contents. Inquiries into this incident are ongoing. Any witnesses or anyone with any information is encouraged to contact the Hamilton Criminal Investigation Unit on 295-0011.
Sudden Death
Thu, 2010-11-11
Around 11:10am on Thursday, Police responded to a report of a sudden death at a Wreck Road, Sandys parish residence. The lifeless body of a 39 year old Sandys parish man was found inside the home. Inquiries into this incident are underway. No further information will be released until the next of kin has been notified.
Confirmed Firearm Incident in Pembroke
Tue, 2010-11-09
Around 2:40pm on Tuesday, Police responded to a confirmed firearm incident in the Fentons Drive, Pembroke area. Forensic evidence found suggested that a firearm had been discharged; however no one has reported being injured. An active investigation into this incident is underway.
Police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with any information to contact the Serious Crime Unit on 295-0011. An anonymous call can also be made to the independent, confidential Crime Stoppers Bermuda hotline at 800-8477.
